uBlock Origin Lite vs AdGuard DNS
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
uBlock Origin Lite
This efficient content blocker utilizes declarative rulesets for reliable filtering without consuming significant system resources. It offers customizable filter lists and integrates seamlessly with browsers.
- Efficient content blocking
- Declarative filtering
- Customizable rulesets
- Low resource consumption
- Browser integration
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uBO Lite (uBOL) is a reliable and efficient content blocker. The default ruleset corresponds to uBlock Origin's default filterset: - uBlock Origin's built-in filter lists - EasyList - EasyPrivacy - Peter Lowe’s Ad and tracking server list You can enable more rulesets by visiting the options page -- click the _Cogs_ icon in the popup panel. uBOL is entirely declarative, meaning there is no need for a permanent uBOL process for the filtering to occur, and CSS/JS injection-based content filtering is performed reliably by the browser itself rather than by the extension. This means that uBOL itself does not consume CPU/memory resources while content blocking is ongoing -- uBOL's service worker process is required _only_ when you interact with the popup panel or the option pages.
AdGuard DNS
This utility app connects your devices to a secure DNS server that blocks ads, trackers, and malicious websites. It offers enhanced privacy and protection across your entire network without collecting user data. Ideal for individuals and organizations seeking a cleaner, safer online experience.
- Blocks ads and trackers
- Protects against malicious domains
- Works across all devices
- Privacy-focused, no data collection
- Easy network-wide protection
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This app works in tandem with AdGuard DNS. To use it, you need an AdGuard DNS account. Sign up or log in at https://adguard-dns.io. AdGuard DNS lets you connect to a secure, privacy-oriented DNS server that blocks ads, trackers, and malicious domains. It works on all devices — phones, tablets, laptops, and routers — with no restrictions. It is perfect for protecting your home network and convenient for schools, universities, or companies that need to manage multiple devices consistently. Privacy first: we do not track users, collect personal data, or embed third-party analytics or advertising SDKs. Learn more in our Privacy policy: https://adguard-dns.io/privacy.html. Need help or have questions? Visit our support center: https://adguard-dns.io/support.html. Learn more about AdGuard DNS on our website: https://adguard-dns.io.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: uBlock Origin Lite at 4.7 against AdGuard DNS's 3.7. uBlock Origin Lite also leads on review sentiment (78% vs 36%) and ratings volume (917 vs 35). AdGuard DNS's advantage is iOS requirement (15.4 vs 18.5). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
uBlock Origin Lite holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: uBlock Origin Lite has 917 ratings behind it against 35, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 78% of uBlock Origin Lite's written reviews are positive against 36% of AdGuard DNS's.
uBlock Origin Lite ships an update weekly, AdGuard DNS every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | uBlock Origin Lite | AdGuard DNS |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (917 ratings) — better | 3.7 (35 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 77.6% of reviews — better | 36.4% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 917 — better | 35 |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 18.5 | 15.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 50 MB | 87 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Raymond Hill | Adguard Software Limited |
Customer experience
uBlock Origin Lite
AdGuard DNS
Bugs and requests
uBlock Origin Lite
Reported bugs
2 issues- Unable to turn on extension on laptop Safari after installation
- Fails to load when enabling in Safari
Requested features
2 requests- Import third-party filter lists
- Improved dashboard and settings access
AdGuard DNS
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
uBlock Origin Lite
No in-app purchases
AdGuard DNS
No in-app purchases
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